Automation Controls Technologist

A day in the life

When you walk onto our production floor your focus is clear: keep advanced automation running reliably. You begin by reviewing any EHS notes from the prior shift and turning nearmisses into teachable insights. You move between PLC diagnostics drive tuning and HMI checks calibrating instruments and verifying that safety interlocks operate as designed. A call from a line lead has you dive into a Fanuc palletizer fault trace it through AC vector/servo drives and resolve the issue in the PLC ladder Allen Bradley first with a quick crosscheck against a second platform (Mitsubishi Schneider GE or Opto 22). You capture asbuilt changes update drawings and coach electricians on the fix before the next run.

About Novolex

Pactiv Evergreen is now part of Novolex a global manufacturer of food beverage and specialty packaging serving foodservice delivery/carryout processing grocery/retail and industrial markets across North America and Europe. Our portfolio is built through continuous R&D investment aimed at delivering more sustainable choices. We also operate two worldclass plastic film recycling centers. Meet our 20000 teammates and explore our commitment to innovation and sustainability at .

How we give back

Our employeedriven Social Responsibility platform powers matching gifts community grants and an annual Month of Action. Through these programs our teams uplift local communities and support the nonprofits that matter to them living our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

What youll do

• Champion a zeroincident EHS culture; participate in incident investigations identify root causes correct unsafe acts/conditions and share lessons learned.
• Monitor adjust calibrate and repair manufacturing equipment instruments and fixtures.
• Perform deep troubleshooting of PLCs HMIs motors and drives; Allen Bradley required plus at least one of Mitsubishi Schneider GE or Opto 22.
• Read edit and implement PLC ladder logic.
• Install and modify electrical/electronic systems including drive systems and programmable controllers.
• Apply working knowledge of AC vector and servo drive technology.
• Diagnose circuits and electromechanical systems: AC/DC sinking/sourcing analog and related concepts.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Fanuc robotic systems (palletizers case erectors pickandplace).
• Leverage fundamentals in hydraulics pneumatics and mechanical systems.
• Work with PC components and industrial computing basics.
• Interpret drawings wiring diagrams schematics and specifications; familiarity with CAD tools (AutoCAD Vizio etc.).
• Keep abreast of stateoftheart automation and control techniques.
• Use problemsolving methods including PDCA to reach root cause prevent recurrence and elevate operations.
• Provide toptier technical support to shift electricians.
• Train colleagues at all levels on automation and controls topics.
• Oversee contractors to minimize planned/unplanned downtime.
• Maintain technical procedures manuals and drawings; record asbuilt equipment and process changes.
• Work a flexible schedule as needed including occasional weekends/holidays and callins.

What you bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; apprenticeship or equivalent training.
• Associates degree in maintenance or industrial technology preferred.
• 5 years of industrial maintenance with significant automation/controls experience.
• Computer proficiency: Microsoft applications Outlook SAP etc.
• Knowledge of OSHA Electrical Standards and the National Electric Code (NEC).
• Exceptional troubleshooting logic for true rootcause resolution.
• Selfstarter who performs effectively with minimal supervision.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound decisionmaking under time pressure and tight deadlines.
• Teamoriented collaborative approach.

Proficiencies

• Creating Preventive Maintenance Plans
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Installation
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• Electrical Repair
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Machine Safety Inspections

Machines & technologies youll use

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Allen Bradley

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